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Super Secret Super Spies: Mystery of the All-Seeing Eye
by Max MasonPerfect for readers of Stuart Gibbs’s Spy School series, this is the first book in an epic series filled with gadgets, secret codes, and clandestine adventures from debut author Max Mason! Are you ready to enter the world of a super secret super spy? Maddie Robinson has always been overlooked: by her parents (who disappeared), by her friends (who are nonexistent), and even science fair judges (who think she has “so much . . . potential”). So when a mysterious man called The Recruiter invites her to join a secret society of spies, Maddie is floored. Then she discovers that these super secret super spies are the Illuminati—the world’s most covert organization rumored to control, well, everything. And one more thing: The Illuminati are kids, like Maddie! Together, they must protect humanity from anyone who threatens its peace, and basically keeping the planet spinning on its axis. No biggie, right?
Super Shark Encyclopedia: And Other Creatures of the Deep (DK Super Nature Encyclopedias)
by DKA jaw-dropping visual voyage of fun facts discovery exploring the deep waters of the sea and the mysterious creatures that live in it.Uncover our oceans' secrets in this kid's book with a remarkable array of 80 sharks as well as other fascinating sea creatures that lurk in her depths! This comprehensive encyclopedia for children covers a diverse range of ocean inhabitants in mesmerizing detail.Incredible 3D digital images, breath-taking photography, and intricate cutaways reveal more about the species of the ocean depths than ever before, complemented by informative kid-friendly profile text to turn your little ones into ocean experts!Super Shark is so much more than just an educational book about sharks. From Barrel Shrimp to Blue Sharks, Starfish to Bat Fish, and Hammerhead Sharks to deep-sea monsters, rays, and eels, this book is packed with unbelievable facts about animal behavior and anatomy. New x-ray artworks utilize cross-sections to strip layers away and show key anatomical features in great detail. It highlights the deadliest predators and the most venomous creatures and explains how and why their bodies work the way they do. The combination of spectacular photography and clear authoritative text truly makes Super Shark the ultimate visual guide to the oceans' most peculiar creatures and their stories.What are you waiting for? Dive in and become an expert of the deep blue! Explore – Discover – Learn!Super Shark takes you deep beneath the waves to meet some of the most amazing and unusual creatures on the planet. Find out how a hammerhead searches for prey, and discover what makes the pufferfish such a prickly fellow. Learn about the fastest fish in the water and get right under the skin of one of the deadliest predators of the sea - the great white shark!These are some of the crazy creatures you'll encounter in this kid's reference book: - The Basking Shark, whose open mouth is so big a child could stand up in it- The Tiger Shark, who happens to be the least fussy eater- The Narwhal, affectionately known as the unicorn of the sea- The Great White Shark, who can jump 10ft (3m) out of the waterThis book sits on the esteemed "Children's Book Council Children's Choices List Selection" - an International Literary Association. This is but one of the DK Super series of books for kids! Add Super Human, Super Space, Super Bug, Super Earth, and more to your collection to learn more about the world around you.
Super Sidekicks #1: No Adults Allowed (Super Sidekicks #1)
by Gavin Aung Than"Everyone loves an underdog. Super Sidekicks is a WINNER!" --Lincoln Peirce, New York Times bestselling author of the BIG NATE seriesCan the SIDEKICKS start their own SUPER team?! New York Times bestselling cartoonist Gavin Aung Than delivers caped-crusaders, dinosaurs, and goo in this hilarious new graphic novel series, perfect for fans of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS and HILO!Superheroes have it soooo easy. They don't have to clean their secret headquarters, wash alien bloodstains out of their costumes, or walk Super Mutt. NO! They leave that for their sidekicks, while they get all the credit.Well, Junior Justice, aka J.J., has had ENOUGH! He thinks it's time the sidekicks made a team of their own. Dinomite and Flygirl are ready to join the team, but first they have to prove to the adult superheroes that they're more than just sidekicks. And once the evil Dr Enok discovers his favorite pet Goo has left him, the world might need saving sooner rather than later. . . .Kick it up a notch in Super Sidekicks #2: Ocean's Revenge. Coming in 2021!
Super Sidekicks #2: Ocean's Revenge (Super Sidekicks #2)
by Gavin Aung Than"Everyone loves an underdog. Super Sidekicks is a WINNER!" --Lincoln Peirce, New York Times bestselling author of the BIG NATE seriesCalling fans of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS and HILO! Sidekicks are SUPER in this humor- and action-packed graphic novel series. Expect bugs, well-read dinosaurs, and lots of goo!The Super Sidekicks are back! JJ, Flygirl, Dinomite, and Goo are settling into their fancy new headquarters and living the sweet life of superheroes. The Mother of the Seas, on the other hand, is NOT happy. She's sick of land dwellers using the ocean as a dumping ground . . . and she's seeking revenge! Can the Sidekicks step up and save humanity from the ocean's rage?BONUS: Includes tips for kids who want to help SAVE the environment + How to draw DINOMITE and GOO! "A super side-splitting good time!" --Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood, creators of the Real Pigeons series**Winner of the Wilderness Society's 2020 Environment Award for Children's Literature**Kick it up a notch in Super Sidekicks #3: Trial of Heroes. Coming in 2022!
Super Sidekicks #3: Trial of Heroes (Super Sidekicks #3)
by Gavin Aung Than"Everyone loves an underdog. Super Sidekicks is a WINNER!" --Lincoln Peirce, New York Times bestselling author of the BIG NATE seriesCalling fans of Captain Underpants and Hilo! Sidekicks are SUPER in this humor- and action-packed graphic novel series. Expect bugs, well-read dinosaurs, and lots of goo!The Super Sidekicks just saved the world! And now they've been invited to join HERO: The Heroic Earth Righteousness Organization. It's the most exclusive club for the planet's most famous superheroes. (No big deal!) But before they can become members, they must pass the hardest challenge in the universe--a test so scary only the truly heroic can survive."A super side-splitting good time!" --Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood, creators of the REAL PIGEONS series
Super Simple Cooking for Kids: Learn to Cook with 50 Fun and Easy Recipes for Breakfast, Snacks, Dinner, and More! (Super Simple Kids Cookbooks)
by Jodi DanenInvite your kids into the kitchen this holiday season, with this easy kids' cookbook for ages 8-12!Learning to cook should be as easy and fun as enjoying the final product. Super Simple Cooking for Kids gives kids a taste for kitchen independence (and delicious food!). With 50 simple recipes designed specifically for beginners, this kids' cookbook sticks to the basics, so they can make these recipes with affordable tools and ingredients that are easy to find, and probably already in your kitchen!They'll start by learning how to follow a recipe, how to be safe in the kitchen, and when to ask a grownup to help. Then, pint-size chefs can try simple, delicious recipes for every meal, like Pumpkin Pancakes, Chicken Taquitos, and Baked Ravioli!Simple enough for kids —Dig into 50 tasty recipes that only use 5 to 10 ingredients, so they're easy enough for kids to do mostly on their own—and easy enough to minimize time and mess.Keep it fun— Handy indicators of each recipe's difficulty let you pick dishes that match your child's skill and comfort level, so they don't feel frustrated or overwhelmed.Kid-friendly recipes—The familiar foods in this kid cookbook will appeal to even the pickiest of palates, without compromising on nutrition.Discover a cookbook for kids that teaches kitchen basics with delicious results! And explore even more with the companion book, Super Simple Baking for Kids.
Super Simple Math (DK Super Simple)
by DKAll the core curriculum math topics in one super simple book - an accessible and indispensable guide for students, parents, and educatorsCovering topics from probability to statistics, algebra to geometry, this study guide is what every young, budding mathematician needs to succeed in math - both at home and in school.This math study book is the perfect support for coursework, homework, and exam revision for 11-16 year olds. Inside students will find: • Key concepts shown in visual form and summarized in a single page • Important aspects of each topic explained with step-by-step instructions and diagrams • Key fact boxes that break down core concepts and make the material easier to memorize • &“How it works&” and &“Look closer&” boxes explain essential ideas and work through problems with simple graphics • Practice questions to help students test their understanding of important topics Improve your child's maths skills SI Super Simple Math is designed for learners between the ages of 11 - 16. Each topic on the math curriculum is simplified into manageable, bite-sized chunks explained using colorful, engaging diagrams and graphs. Perfect for those visual learners amongst us, this guide brings math clearly into focus, making mathematicians out of even the most reluctant of students.Instructive information panels use real-world examples to make math relevant and less daunting for students, parents, and teachers alike. Fact boxes provide rapid-fire points for easy learning and are perfect for classroom quizzes. Studying for exams has never been easier using this exceptional educational tool.More Super Simple titles The SI Super Simple series of educational books cover a range of topics from SI Super Simple Physics, SI Super Simple Chemistry to SI Super Simple Biology. Each book contains colorful, engaging, diagrams, simple explanations, and exam revision questions - perfect for students, teachers, and parents alike.
Super Simple Physics: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (DK Super Simple)
by DKCrammed with fascinating facts and all the core curriculum topics, this physics book will have you exam-ready in no time!Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, this completely comprehensive guide makes physics crystal clear. It&’s the perfect support for home and school learning.This super simple science book cuts through the jargon and breaks down the information into easy, manageable chunks. From atoms and states of matter to scalars and vectors, this indispensable guide is packed with everything you need to quickly and easily understand physics.The Ultimate Physics Revision Book Every page is designed to make even the most complex scientific subjects accessible and engaging. Topics are covered in one easy-to-follow single page and fully illustrated to explain the concept - perfect for visual learners. The essential points are in a Key Facts box, which is great for checking back later when revising. Calculations and graphs are set out in simple, logical steps to make the science feel achievable for all students.Whether you&’re a keen physicist or just looking to get an A+,, this accessible science revision guide for children offers clear and concise coverage of all the core physics topics. From dramatic images of planets to bolts of lightning, vivid photography makes it easy for students to relate physics to the world around them.Complete the Series:Alongside SuperSimple: Chemistry, SuperSimple: Biology, and SuperSimple: Maths, these revision guides are part of an exciting new series designed not only to educate, but to inspire.
Super Simple Storytelling: A Can-Do Guide for Every Classroom, Every Day
by Kendall HavenDesigned for educators and other professionals who want to improve communication skills and boost learning, these simple storytelling techniques are as fun as they are effective. Haven's breakthrough approach helps you build on your natural storytelling abilities to refine your communication skills in the classroom, library, and even at home. This book has everything you need to get started, including detailed directions and guides for more than 40 powerful storytelling exercises to use with your class. You'll find the Golden List of what an audience needs from storytelling, a proven, step-by-step system for successfully learning and remembering a story, the Great-Amazing-Never-Fail Safety Net to prevent storytelling disasters, a comprehensive discussion of the proven value of storytelling in education, and more. The book also shows you how to effectively use storytelling across the curriculum to capture student interest and boost learning.
Super Simple Sumi-e: Easy Asian Brush Painting for All Ages
by Yvonne Palka"The details make this Asian brush painting technique so appealing that both children and adults will be tempted to work at it together, transforming this activity into a true family experience."—Seattle Book ReviewWith a few strokes of brush and ink, you can paint charming animals from pandas to swallows and rabbits to dragons with this introductory book to the traditional art of Asian painting called sumi-e.Creative children and curious adults will have fun learning the magic of sumi-e with the simple techniques illustrated in Super Simple Sumi-e. Learn how to make various sumi-e brush strokes and how to create animals, flowers, and bamboo with this friendly, easy-to-follow guide. Sumi-e means "ink picture" in Japanese. "Sumi" means ink and "e" means painting or picture. Since similar styles of painting with brush and ink are used throughout Asia this style of painting is often referred to as Asian brush painting.
Super Slugger (Cal Ripken Jr.'s All Stars #2)
by Cal Ripken Jr.Cody Parker is the new kid in school. He's overweight, scared and hates his new life in Dullsville, Maryland, aka Baltimore, where he's a target okay, a big target for brutal teasing. But he loves baseball. And despite his size, he plays third base like a dream. Too bad he's competing for the starting job on the Orioles of the Dulaney Babe Ruth League against budding hoodlum Dante Rizzo, who vows to squeeze Cody's head like a grape if he beats him out. Life gets even more complicated when Cody's school, York Middle, is beset by a rash of mysterious thefts, a crime wave that threatens to sideline Cody and ruin a golden season for the Orioles. Will Cody ever succeed in getting people to see him for who he really is?
Super Smart Information Strategies: Go Straight To The Source (Explorer Library: Information Explorer Ser.)
by Kristin FontichiaroSuper Smart Information Strategies: Go straight to the Source provides students with practical information on how to use primary sources. Readers are encouraged to think critically as they conduct research, collaborate with fellow students and present their findings in new and different ways.
Super Space Encyclopedia: The Furthest, Largest, Most Spectacular Features of Our Universe (DK Super Nature Encyclopedias)
by DKExplore our wonderful universe through stunning CGI illustrations and amazing stats that bring to life the incredible marvels that populate space.Bursting with fascinating facts and the latest breathtaking images, this space book for children brings the wonders of the Solar System to life. Find out about the never-ending storms on Jupiter. Learn about the towering volcanoes of Venus - all 1,600 of them, and see the Valles Marineris on Mars--a canyon that is ten times longer than Earth's Grand Canyon. Find out many more fascinating "super" facts about the cosmos with Super Space Encyclopedia. Based on recent research and discoveries, Super Space Encyclopedia showcases everything you need to know about the Universe--from the Big Bang to the formation of galaxies and planets as well as the technology used to explore it unimaginable depths. Fabulous cutaway artworks help to reveal the inner workings of the Sun, planets, and spacecraft. Super Space Encyclopedia brings the cosmos to life in a visually compelling and informative way, making it a must-have book for every budding space enthusiast.
Super Stock Rookie (Motor Novels)
by Will WeaverAfter a couple of seasons of small-town racing, things are shifting into high gear for a young dirt-track driver with the skills to make it big. Trace Bonham has landed a corporate sponsor and a custom-built dream ride. But this means Trace can no longer pilot his dad's Street Stock Chevy, and must let a new kid get behind the wheel. It also means having to turn his back on his hometown speedway, which his team leaders think is a hayseed operation not worth their time, even though it's run by a girl who matters to Trace in a big way. Filled with authentic race-car action and detail, Will Weaver's fast-paced novel is the story of a boy struggling with the speed and demands of his own success.
Super Troop
by Bruce HaleFrom the Edgar-nominated author Bruce Hale comes a hilarious story about a kid who likes to break the rules . . . until the rules try to break him.Cooper just wants to spend the summer before 7th grade drawing and having adventures with his best friend, Nacho. Anything to keep his mind off the fact that his dad’s new girlfriend and his mom’s announcement that she’s going to start dating.But when one of his adventures with Nacho goes too far, Cooper’s parents freak out. Either he joins the Boy Rangers, a dorky club that’s all about discipline and rules, or that dream cartooning camp at the end of his summer? Will get erased.At first it’s not so bad -- the troop is a disorganized mess. But then a new scoutmaster starts. Mr. Pierce is a gruff ex-Marine who’s never worked with kids before, especially not a ragtag team of misfits like Troop 19. As he tries turning them into a lean, mean, badge-earning machine, Cooper longs for freedom. He doesn’t want to break the rules, but the rules are going to break him!
Super Women: Six Scientists Who Changed the World
by Laurie Lawlor"Inspiring profiles of six 20th-century trailblazers."—Kirkus ReviewsSuper Women celebrates the scientific as well as the social significance of six incredible women who broke new ground with their research, busted through glass ceilings with their careers, and advanced humanity's understanding of our world in the process. These amazing women defied prejudice to succeed in the sciences using genius, ambition, and perseverance:Katherine Coleman Johnson, a mathematician who calculated trajectories for NASA flights and is one of the women showcased in the award-winning feature film, Hidden FiguresEugenie Clark, an ichthyologist who swam with sharksMarie Tharp, a cartographer who mapped the ocean floorFlorence Hawley Ellis, an anthropologist of Pueblo cultures who pioneered tree-ring datingGertrude Elion, a Noble Prize-winning pharmacologist who developed treatments for leukemia and AIDSMargaret Burbidge, an astrophysicist who formulated a theory of quasars and helped create the Hubble telescopeALA Notable Book author Laurie Lawlor deftly paints portraits of each of these pioneers who refused to take no for an answer, pursuing their passions through fieldwork, observations, laboratories, and research vessels in the face of sexism. This diverse group of women, all with awe-inspiring accomplishments, were active mentors and determined people who wouldn’t take no for an answer.The beautifully written book includes key photographs, a glossary, and source notes—and is truly an important book for our time.A 2018 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12!
SuperSimple Biology: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (DK Super Simple)
by DKA fantastic aid for coursework, homework, and test revision, this is the ultimate study guide to biology.From reproduction to respiration and from enzymes to ecosystems, every topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts clear, and bring biology to life. For key ideas, &“How it works&” and &“Look closer&” boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics. And for revision, a handy &“Key facts&” box provides a summary you can check back on later. With clear, concise coverage of all the core biology topics, SuperSimple Biology is the perfect accessible guide for students, supporting classwork, and making studying for exams the easiest it&’s ever been.
SuperSimple Chemistry: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (DK Super Simple)
by DKA fantastic aid for coursework, homework, and studying for tests, this comprehensive guide covers Next Generation Science Standards, for grades 6-10 and will have you ready for tests and exams in no time. Each topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts crystal clear, and bring the science to life. A large central image explains the idea visually and each topic is summed up on a single page, helping children to quickly get up to speed and really understand how chemistry works.Information boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics and for further studying, a handy &“Key Facts&” box provides a simple summary you can check back on later.With clear, concise coverage of all the core topics, SuperSimple Chemistry is the perfect accessible guide to chemistry for children, supporting classwork, and making studying for exams the easiest it&’s ever been.
Supercharged Infield
by Matthew F ChristopherPenny Farrell, captain and third baseman of the Hawks softball team, tries to uncover the reason for the strange behavior of two teammates who have also suddenly turned into super athletes.
Superfail
by Max Brunner Dustin Mackay<P>Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Big Hero Six when a group of young but defective superheroes attempt to save the day! Laser vision isn't so hot when you're cross-eyed, and supersonic flight's a real downer when motion sickness keeps you grounded.Twelve-year-old Marshall Preston is a Defective--a person with superhuman abilities that are restricted by some very human setbacks. While other kids are recruited to superhero teams, Marshall's stuck in seventh grade with a kid who can run at super speed but can't turn a corner, another with a radioactive peanut allergy that turns him into a swollen Hulk, and a telepath who reads everyone's thoughts out loud. <P>Defectives like Marshall aren't exactly superhero material, but when he uncovers a plot to destroy one of the greatest superhero teams of all time, Marshall and his less-than-super friends set out to prove that just because you're defective doesn't mean you can't save the day.With full illustrations throughout and a funny, heartwarming story, Superfail is the perfect book for reluctant young readers and the superhero fan.
Superfudge
by Judy BlumeSometimes life in the Hatcher household is enough to make twelve-year-old Peter think about running away. His worst problem is still his younger brother, Fudge, who hasn't changed a bit since his crazy capers in Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. If you ask Peter, Fudge is just an older — and bigger — pain.Then Peter learns that his mom is going to have a baby and the whole family is moving to Princeton for a year. It will be bad enough starting sixth grade in a strange place and going to the same school as Fudge. But Peter can imagine something even worse. How will he ever survive if the new baby is a carbon copy of Fudge?
Superfudge
by Judy BlumeSometimes life in the Hatcher household is enough to make twelve-year-old Peter think about running away. His worst problem is still his younger brother, Fudge, who hasn't changed a bit since his crazy capers in Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. If you ask Peter, Fudge is just an older — and bigger — pain.Then Peter learns that his mom is going to have a baby and the whole family is moving to Princeton for a year. It will be bad enough starting sixth grade in a strange place and going to the same school as Fudge. But Peter can imagine something even worse. How will he ever survive if the new baby is a carbon copy of Fudge?
Supergifted
by Gordon KormanThe highly anticipated sequel to Ungifted from #1 New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman. Donovan Curtis has never been what anyone would call “gifted.” But his genius friend Noah Youkilis is actually supergifted, with one of the highest IQs around. After years at the Academy for Scholastic Distinction, all Noah dreams of is the opportunity to fail if he wants to. And he’s landed in the perfect place to do it—Donovan’s school.Almost immediately, Noah finds himself on the wrong side of cheerleading captain Megan Mercury and alpha jock Hash “Hashtag” Taggart. Sticking up for Noah lands Donovan in the middle of a huge feud with Hashtag. He’s told to stay away from the sports star—or else.That should be the end of it, but when a freak incident suddenly makes Donovan a hero, he can’t tell anyone about it since Hashtag is involved. So Noah steps in and becomes “Superkid.” Now he’s gone from nerd to titan at school. And it may have gone more than a little bit to his head.This funny and heartwarming sequel to Ungifted, which has become a word-of-mouth hit, cleverly sends up our ideas about intelligence, heroism, and popularity.
Supergirl at Super Hero High (DC Super Hero Girls)
by Lisa Yee Random HouseGet your cape on with the DC Super Hero GirlsTM--the unprecedented new Super Hero universe especially for girls! Readers of all ages can fly high with the all-new adventures of Wonder WomanTM, SupergirlTM, BatgirlTM, and some of the world's most iconic female super heroes as high schoolers! Supergirl is the new girl in school--and she just also happens to be the most powerful teenager in the galaxy! After losing her home planet of Krypton and everyone she knows, Supergirl has made a new home on Earth, but she's isn't so sure that Super Hero High School is the right place for her. Wonder Woman, other new friends, and a kindly librarian make her feel welcome, but breached inter-dimensional portals, invading alien armies, and bad dreams shake her confidence. It's not easy being a super hero and a high school student all at once! Award-winning author Lisa Yee brings mystery, thrills, and laughs to this groundbreaking series that follows DC Comics' most iconic female Super Heroes and Super-Villains. Move over BatmanTM and SupermanTM--the DC Super Hero Girls are ready to save the day and have fun doing it! Praise for DC Super Hero Girls: "Sure to have wide appeal, this book is a solid option to balance collections saturated with male superheroes." --School Library JournalFrom the Hardcover edition.
Superhero Ninja Wrestling Star (Lorimer Illustrated Humor)
by Lorna Schultz NicholsonArchie comes back from his summer away to find that he is the only kid in Grade 6 who has not grown bigger. Even his best friends Alfie and Shamini have gotten taller, and Shamini has developed in other ways, too. Archie knows that if only he can be more like the heroes of his favorite comic books, TV shows and video games, he'll be able to keep the boys from teasing Shamini about her newly developed body, and maybe she'll keep her promise to go to the first school dance with him. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group